Energy and Sustainability Manager

Bernstein Management Corporation•Bethesda, MD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bernstein Management Corporation (BMC) has been a regional leader in real estate management for more than 70 years. BMC's investment affiliate is a fully discretionary, private real estate fund with assets valued at over $2.4 billion, low leverage and significant capacity to make additional investments. Focusing almost exclusively on the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, the portfolio currently includes 100+ investments representing over 5,800 residential units and 4.1 million square feet of commercial space including office, retail and industrial assets. BMC's team of over 250 industry experts manage the portfolio with a hands-on, vertically integrated approach. The Energy & Sustainability Manager oversees BMC's energy management compliance, utility management program and sustainability strategy across the entire portfolio to include residential, office, industrial and retail. This role drives energy and water performance, leads regulatory compliance, manages vendor relationships, resident satisfaction, and long-term asset value. The Manager operates with significant autonomy and serves as the internal subject matter expert on energy, water, benchmarking, and utility cost recovery. The Energy and Sustainability Manager reports to the VP, Energy Management and Sustainability.

Requirements

BA/BS preferred in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Real Estate, Engineering, or a related field.
4+ years' experience in utility management, sustainability, or energy management in a multifamily real estate context.
Experience with commercial utility recovery, tenant bill-backs, and submetering programs preferred.
Intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency
Proven track record of strong analytical and quantitative skills
Strong attention to detail, high level of accuracy, sense of urgency and excellent time management skills
Ability to review, interpret, and apply government regulations
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize to meet deadlines
Ability to excel in both a team setting and on individual assignments
Strong and succinct verbal and writing skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize, multi-task and adapt to changing assignments in a collaborative team environment
Ability to understand and analyze energy and water related metrics and perform related calculations

Nice To Haves

Yardi experience (property management accounting software)
Energy Star portfolio manager experience
Utilities Recovery Experience

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of utility management, including data tracking, benchmarking, procurement, financial reporting and forecasting for electricity, gas, and water.
Communicate energy and water related policies including the sustainability policy and information to managers and onsite teams.
Lead in the completion of annual residential/commercial energy benchmark reporting and ensure full compliance with deadlines.
Apply for Energy Efficiency Certifications where appropriate/needed.
Manage implementation of utility recovery initiatives with Property Managers.
Support Property Managers with existing water and electric utility recovery processes via online accounting management, reading building drawings, coordination with onsite team members and operational responsibilities.
Work closely with Property Management and Lease Administration teams to ensure all recoverable utility expenses are accurately billed back to tenants in accordance with lease provisions and that recovery opportunities are maximized.
Administer company's gas, water, and electric accounts on distribution utility websites. Coordinate this effort with our existing utility billing partners.
Review gas, water, electric, and trash bills for accuracy of usage, rate classification, demand charges, taxes, and billing calculations prior to authorizing payment.
Identify discrepancies and pursue corrections, refunds, or billing adjustments with utility providers and vendors.
Analyze building energy usage trends and collaborate with Property Managers and Engineers to develop and implement strategies that reduce overall consumption and peak demand costs.
Audit existing submetering infrastructure and utility allocation methodologies to ensure accurate tenant billing, identify deficiencies in metering coverage, and recommend improvements or additional submeter installations where appropriate.
Administer the residential/commercial portfolio of buildings in Energy Star Portfolio Manager including ongoing benchmarking tasks.
Oversee energy compliance efforts.
Manage the transfer of utility accounts directly or with designated third parties.
Own vendor strategy correspondence and contract negotiations, performance accountability, pricing optimization, long-term value and partnership opportunities related to building energy performance.
Oversee waste and recycling compliance sustainability programs.
Other duties as trained for and are qualified to do.